Creating the perfect Cranberry Orange Chicken is easy with this simple step-by-step guide:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4. Make the Glaze: In a bowl, mix together the cranberries, orange juice, granulated sugar, and orange zest.
5. Combine: Pour the cranberry-orange mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet.
6. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
7. Baste: Halfway through baking, spoon some of the glaze over the chicken to keep it moist and flavorful.
8. Rest: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven, and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley or sliced green onions for an added touch of color and flavor.

With these steps, your Cranberry Orange Chicken will emerge from the oven as a succulent, eye-catching main course, ready to delight your guests.